Mechanochemistry provides a unique approach to investigate macroscopic deformation,
failure and healing of polymer materials. The development of mechanophores–molecular …

Over the past 20 years, the field of polymer mechanochemistry has amassed a toolbox of
mechanophores that translate mechanical energy into a variety of functional responses …

The development of force-responsive molecules called mechanophores is a central
component of the field of polymer mechanochemistry. Mechanophores enable the design …

Polymers that release small molecules in response to mechanical force are promising
materials for a variety of applications ranging from sensing and catalysis to targeted drug …

In recent years, the application of mechanical energy to chemical systems has repeatedly
proven beneficial to facilitate chemical transformations in various areas in chemistry. Today …

The combination of apoptosis and ferroptosis is highly appealing in addressing the tumor
heterogeneity‐induced therapy resistance. Reactive oxygen species (ROS)‐based cancer …

Robust, energy-efficient separation technologies for desalination and the removal of organic
contaminants are critical in addressing growing concerns about water shortage and water …

Stimuli-responsive polymers that release small molecules under mechanical stress are
appealing targets for applications ranging from drug delivery to sensing. Here, we describe …

Mechanically coupled proton transduction offers potential for stress-responsive polymeric
materials whose properties can be switched via acid-triggered coloration …

The development of mechanophores as building blocks that serve as predefined weak
linkages has enabled the creation of mechanoresponsive and mechanochromic polymer …